scholarly journals Reduced model for the surface dynamics of a generally anisotropic elastic half-space

2020 ◽  
Vol 476 (2234) ◽  
pp. 20190590 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yibin Fu ◽  
Julius Kaplunov ◽  
Danila Prikazchikov
Keyword(s):  
Surface Wave ◽  
Half Space ◽  
Travelling Waves ◽  
Moving Load ◽  
Multiple Scale ◽  
Elastic Half Space ◽  
Surface Dynamics ◽  
Near Surface ◽  
Surface Resonance ◽  
Anisotropic Elastic

Near-surface resonance phenomena often arise in semi-infinite solids. For instance, when a moving load with a speed v close to the surface wave speed v R is applied to the surface of an elastic half-space, it will give rise to a large-amplitude disturbance inversely proportional to v  −  v R . The latter can be determined by a multiple-scale approach using an extra slow time variable. It has also been shown for isotropic elastic half-spaces that the reduced governing equation thus derived is capable of describing the surface wave contribution even for arbitrary dynamic loading. In this paper, we first derive the analogous evolution equation for a generally anisotropic elastic half-space, and then assess its applicability in the study of travelling waves in a half-space that is coated with a continuous array of spring-like vertical resonators or bonded to an elastic layer of different properties. Our results are validated by comparison with previously known results, and illustrative calculations are carried out for a fibre-reinforced half-space and a coated half-space that is subjected to a finite deformation.

scholarly journals Near-Resonant Regimes of a Moving Load on a Pre-Stressed Incompressible Elastic Half-Space

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-36
Author(s):  
Askar Kudaibergenov ◽  
Askat Kudaibergenov ◽  
Danila Prikazchikov
Keyword(s):  
Surface Wave ◽  
Half Space ◽  
Moving Load ◽  
Elastic Half Space ◽  
Elementary Functions ◽  
Material Models ◽  
Line Load ◽  
Transient Regimes ◽  
Surface Wave Field ◽  
Asymptotic Formulation

Abstract The article is concerned with the analysis of the problem for a concentrated line load moving at a constant speed along the surface of a pre-stressed, incompressible, isotropic elastic half-space, within the framework of the plane-strain assumption. The focus is on the near-critical regimes, when the speed of the load is close to that of the surface wave. Both steady-state and transient regimes are considered. Implementation of the hyperbolic–elliptic asymptotic formulation for the surface wave field allows explicit approximate solution for displacement components expressed in terms of the elementary functions, highlighting the resonant nature of the surface wave. Numerical illustrations of the solutions are presented for several material models.

scholarly journals Surface waves guided by topography in an anisotropic elastic half-space

2013 ◽  
Vol 469 (2149) ◽  
pp. 20120371 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. B. Fu ◽  
G. A. Rogerson ◽  
W. F. Wang
Keyword(s):  
Surface Wave ◽  
Surface Waves ◽  
Half Space ◽  
Wave Speed ◽  
Elastic Half Space ◽  
Simple Eigenvalue ◽  
Plane Shear ◽  
Number Of Factors ◽  
Present Context ◽  
Anisotropic Elastic

We consider the propagation of free surface waves on an elastic half-space that has a localized geometric inhomogeneity perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation (such waves are known as topography-guided surface waves). Our aim is to investigate how such a weak inhomogeneity modifies the surface-wave speed slightly. We first recover previously known results for isotropic materials and then present additional results for a generally anisotropic elastic half-space assuming only one plane of material symmetry. It is shown that a topography-guided surface wave in the present context may or may not propagate depending on a number of factors. In particular, they cannot propagate if the original two-dimensional surface wave on a flat half-space is supersonic with respect to the speed of anti-plane shear waves. For the case when a topography-guided surface wave may exist, the existence and computation of wave speed correction is reduced to the solution of a simple eigenvalue problem whose properties are previously well understood. As a by-product of our analysis, we deduce that there exists at least one topography-guided surface wave on an isotropic elastic half-space, and that it is unique when the geometric inhomogeneity has sufficiently small amplitude.

Nonuniformly Moving Loads on an Anisotropic Elastic Half-Space

2003 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 217-224
Author(s):  
Kuang-Chong Wu
Keyword(s):  
Half Space ◽  
Moving Load ◽  
Constant Load ◽  
Elastic Half Space ◽  
Reciprocal Theorem ◽  
Line Load ◽  
Surface Displacements ◽  
Anisotropic Elastic ◽  
The Reciprocal Theorem ◽  
Rayleigh Wave Speed

ABSTRACTThe transient motion in an anisotropic elastic half-space due to a moving surface line load is considered. The load is applied suddenly on the surface and moves off in a fixed direction with nonuniform speed. Integral expressions for the displacements are derived using the reciprocal theorem. The waves generated by the moving load are discussed. Special attention is paid to the singularities in surface displacements generated as the load moves through the Rayleigh wave speed. Explicit expression is obtained for the particle velocity due to a constant load moving with constant speed.

Guided Surface Waves on an Elastic Half Space

1971 ◽  
Vol 38 (4) ◽  
pp. 899-905 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. B. Freund
Keyword(s):  
Wave Propagation ◽  
Surface Wave ◽  
Surface Waves ◽  
Half Space ◽  
Body Wave ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Elastic Half Space ◽  
Normal Displacement ◽  
Rigid Barrier ◽  
Wave Disturbances

Three-dimensional wave propagation in an elastic half space is considered. The half space is traction free on half its boundary, while the remaining part of the boundary is free of shear traction and is constrained against normal displacement by a smooth, rigid barrier. A time-harmonic surface wave, traveling on the traction free part of the surface, is obliquely incident on the edge of the barrier. The amplitude and the phase of the resulting reflected surface wave are determined by means of Laplace transform methods and the Wiener-Hopf technique. Wave propagation in an elastic half space in contact with two rigid, smooth barriers is then considered. The barriers are arranged so that a strip on the surface of uniform width is traction free, which forms a wave guide for surface waves. Results of the surface wave reflection problem are then used to geometrically construct dispersion relations for the propagation of unattenuated guided surface waves in the guiding structure. The rate of decay of body wave disturbances, localized near the edges of the guide, is discussed.

scholarly journals The first boundary value problem of the dynamics of an anisotropic elastic half-space under the action of subsonic transport loads

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (78) ◽  
pp. 45-52
Author(s):  
G. K. ZAKIR’YANOVA ◽  
◽  
L. A. ALEXEYEVA ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Rock Mass ◽  
Boundary Value Problem ◽  
Half Space ◽  
Wide Class ◽  
Boundary Value ◽  
Operator Method ◽  
Elastic Half Space ◽  
Theory Of Elasticity ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Anisotropic Elastic

The first boundary value problem of the theory of elasticity for an anisotropic elastic half-space is solved when a transport load moves along its surface. The subsonic Raleigh case is considered, when the velocity of motion is less than the velocity of propagation of bulk and surface elastic waves. The Green’s tensor of the transport boundary value problem is constructed and on its basis the solution of boundary value problems for a wide class of distributed traffic loads is given. To solve the problem, the methods of tensor and linear algebra, integral Fourier transform, and operator method for solving systems of differential equations were used. The obtained solution makes it possible to investigate the dynamics of the rock mass for a wide class of transport loads, in a wide range of velocities, both low velocities and high velocities, and to evaluate the strength properties of the rock mass under the influence of road transport. In particular, determine the permissible velocities of its movement and carrying capacity. In addition, a investigation on its basis of the movement of the day surface along the route will make it possible to establish criteria for the seismic resistance of ground structures and the permissible distances of their location from the route.

Rayleigh-type surface wave on a rotating orthotropic elastic half-space with impedance boundary conditions

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (21-22) ◽  
pp. 1980-1987
Author(s):  
Baljeet Singh ◽  
Baljinder Kaur
Keyword(s):  
Surface Wave ◽  
Boundary Conditions ◽  
Rayleigh Wave ◽  
Surface Waves ◽  
Half Space ◽  
Rotation Rate ◽  
Secular Equation ◽  
Elastic Half Space ◽  
Impedance Boundary ◽  
Impedance Boundary Conditions

The propagation of Rayleigh type surface waves in a rotating elastic half-space of orthotropic type is studied under impedance boundary conditions. The secular equation is obtained explicitly using traditional methodology. A program in MATLAB software is developed to obtain the numerical values of the nondimensional speed of Rayleigh wave. The speed of Rayleigh wave is illustrated graphically against rotation rate, nondimensional material constants, and impedance boundary parameters.

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